Final Fantasy XVI's director, Naoki Yoshida (Yoshi-P), has politely requested that fans avoid creating or installing "offensive or inappropriate" mods for the PC release.
Final Fantasy XVI PC Launch: September 17th
Yoshi-P's Plea for Responsible Modding
In a recent interview with PC Gamer, Yoshi-P addressed the modding community, urging them to refrain from developing or using mods deemed offensive or inappropriate. While PC Gamer inquired about potentially humorous mods, Yoshi-P prioritized the avoidance of harmful content. He stated, "If we said 'It'd be great if someone made xyz,' it might come across as a request, so I'll avoid mentioning any specifics here! The only thing I will say is that we definitely don't want to say anything offensive or inappropriate, so please don't make or install anything like that."
Yoshi-P's experience with previous Final Fantasy titles likely exposed him to problematic modding practices. Online modding communities frequently feature a wide range of modifications, from graphical enhancements to cosmetic changes, but also include NSFW content. While he didn't explicitly define "offensive or inappropriate," this category clearly encompasses the sexually explicit and harmful mods found on platforms like Nexusmods and Steam. Examples include mods offering "high-quality nude body mesh replacements" with high-resolution textures.
With Final Fantasy XVI's PC release boasting features like a 240fps frame rate cap and advanced upscaling technologies, Yoshi-P's request aims to maintain a respectful and enjoyable experience for all players.
